Entry Level Field Progress Technician

Job description

At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions, designing the future - today. As an Entry Level Field Progress Technician with Jacobs, you will too! We're looking for a Progress Technician to join our Life Sciences team in Houston, TX, who will be excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. The Field Progress Technician is responsible for monitoring, documenting, and reporting construction progress on-site.

This role supports project controls, scheduling, cost tracking, and management reporting by collecting accurate field data related to work activities, manpower, equipment utilization, and production quantities. The position plays a key role in ensuring project progress is effectively communicated and measured against project plans and schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site walks to observe and record construction progress.
• Track completed quantities of work and compare actual progress against planned schedules.
• Maintain accurate daily progress reports, logs, and field records.
• Record labor headcounts, equipment usage, and productivity metrics.
• Collect and verify progress data from contractors, supervisors, and field personnel.
• Capture and organize site photographs to support progress reporting.
• Update progress tracking systems, databases, and project dashboards.
• Assist in preparing weekly and monthly progress reports for project management.
• Identify and communicate potential delays, disruptions, or productivity concerns.
• Ensure project documentation is complete, accurate, and filed according to project procedures.
• Maintain compliance with site safety requirements and company procedures.
• High School Diploma
• 0-2 years of work experience
• 0-2 years' experience in construction
• Ability to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Technical verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a field environment Ideally, You'll Also Have:
• Associate's degree in Construction, Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Previous experience in construction, project controls, field administration, document control, or project coordination
• Understanding of construction processes, work packages, and project execution phases
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, schedules, and progress reports Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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